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1) What is the maximum cumulative exposure limit set by RBI for banks and NBFCs (regulated entities) in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) as per the latest guidelines effective from January 1, 2026?

(a) 10%

(b) 15%

(c) 20%

(d) 25%

(e) No specific limit

2) As per recent data, what is the value of digital payment transactions recorded in India during the six fiscal years from FY19 to FY25?

(a) ₹6,000 trillion

(b) ₹9,500 trillion

(c) ₹11,500 trillion

(d) ₹12,000 trillion

(e) ₹15,000 trillion

3) As per the Crisil report, what is the projected total revenue of India’s 18 largest states for FY26?

(a) ₹35 trillion

(b) ₹37.26 trillion

(c) ₹38.5 trillion

(d) ₹40 trillion

(e) ₹42.75 trillion

4) According to the latest World Economic Outlook update by the IMF, what is India’s projected GDP growth rate for FY26 and FY27?

(a) 6.0%

(b) 6.2%

(c) 6.3%

(d) 6.5%

(e) 6.4%

5) According to Crisil Ratings, what is the projected total investment in India’s thermal power sector over FY26–FY28?

(a) ₹77,000 crore

(b) ₹1.5 lakh crore

(c) ₹2.3 lakh crore

(d) ₹2.8 lakh crore

(e) ₹3.2 lakh crore

6) As per the news, India’s live concert industry is projected to generate up to how many jobs by 2032, according to recent projections?

(a) 2 million

(b) 5 million

(c) 8 million

(d) 12 million

(e) 15 million

7) Which of the following universities was NOT among the four recently issued Letters of Intent (LoIs) to set up campuses in India?

(a) Western Sydney University

(b) Victoria University

(c) University of Bristol

(d) La Trobe University

(e) University of Southampton

8) What is the primary purpose of the 'TARA' app for Classes 3 to 8 recently launched by the government?

(a)  To assess and improve reading fluency in students

(b) To provide online science experiments

(c) To promote coding in high schools

(d) To offer vocational training modules

(e) To teach mathematics concepts through games

9) What is the primary objective of the Gyan Bharatam Mission as announced in the 124th episode of Mann Ki Baat?

(a) Launching a new student scholarship scheme

(b) Building digital libraries in rural schools

(c) Digitising ancient manuscripts to create a National Digital Repository

(d) Establishing science labs in every district

(e) Promoting AI education across universities

10) Who has been appointed as the next President and CEO of Procter & Gamble (P&G), effective January 1, 2026?

(a) Sundar Pichai

(b) Satya Nadella

(c) Arvind Krishna

(d) Raj Subramaniam

(e) Shailesh Jejurikar

11) Where was the Girder Laying and Commencement of Erection ceremony for the Indian Coast Guard’s first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV) held?

(a) Mumbai

(b) Visakhapatnam

(c) Kochi

(d) Goa

(e) Chennai

12) What is the name of the Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) launched by Goa Shipyard Limited for the Indian Coast Guard on July 29, 2025?

(a) ICGS VIKRAM

(b) ICGS ATAL

(c) ICGS VEER

(d) ICGS SURAKSHA

(e) ICGS VIBHUTI

13) Recently, India is set to launch the Nisar (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission, a joint collaboration between the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on July 30, 2025. What is the weight of the NISAR satellite scheduled to be launched in July 2025?

(a) 1,850 kg

(b) 2,392 kg

(c) 2,450 kg

(d) 2,750 kg

(e) 3,100 kg

14) Which two companies are merging in a $72 billion deal to create the only US transcontinental railroad?

(a) Union Pacific and CSX Corp.

(b) BNSF and Norfolk Southern

(c) Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern

(d) Norfolk Southern and Amtrak

(e) CSX Corp. and Canadian Pacific

15) Which offshore block is the focus of the tripartite Joint Operating Agreement between Reliance Industries, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), and BP Exploration?

(a) KG-D6

(b) MB-OSN-2005/2

(c) CB-ONN-2010/1

(d) KG-OSN-2023/1

(e) GS-OSHP-2022/2

16) Which country has expressed willingness to partner with Andhra Pradesh on the development of Amaravati and other initiatives?

(a) Japan

(b) Australia

(c) United Arab Emirates

(d) Singapore

(e) South Korea

17) Who represented the Andhra Pradesh government during the MoU signing for the Creator Academy in Singapore on January 29, 2025?

(a) N. Chandrababu Naidu

(b) G. Kishan Reddy

(c) Buggana Rajendranath

(d) P. Vijaya Reddy

(e) Nara Lokesh

18) What is the name of the digital platform demonstrated during the MoU signing for training Chhattisgarh’s government employees?

(a) e-Governance Portal

(b) Swachh Karmayogi

(c) Bharat Skills

(d) iGOT-Karmayogi

(e) DigiServe

19) Which electric vehicle company recently signed an MoU with DPIIT under the Build in Bharat initiative?

(a) Ola Electric

(b) Tata Motors

(c) Mahindra Electric

(d) TVS Motors

(e) Ather Energy

20) What is the total investment value of the MoUs signed at the Odisha-TEX 2025 Summit?

(a) ₹5,000 crore

(b) ₹6,200 crore

(c) ₹7,808 crore

(d) ₹8,500 crore

(e) ₹10,000 crore

21) How many consecutive years has Reliance Industries Ltd. been featured on the Fortune Global 500 list as of 2025?

(a) 15 years

(b) 18 years

(c) 20 years

(d) 22 years

(e) 25 years

22) As per the report, Kaziranga Tiger Reserve has recently gained global recognition for which of the following reasons?

(a) Third-highest tiger density in the world

(b) Largest mangrove cover in India

(c) Highest elephant population in Asia

(d) Only reserve with white tigers in India

(e) Highest leopard density in the world

23) Recently, Lord Meghnad Desai, who passed away, held a long academic career at which renowned institution?

(a) Harvard University

(b) University of Mumbai

(c) University of Oxford

(d) London School of Economics

(e) Delhi School of Economics

24) A World Ranger Day is observed every year on which date to honor rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty?

(a) 28th July

(b) 29th July

(c) 30th July

(d) 31st July

(e) 1st August

25) Where was India’s first Aqua Tech Park inaugurated to help fish farmers with technologies like aquaponics, biofloc, and ornamental fish breeding?

(a) Bhubaneswar, Odisha

(b) Kochi, Kerala

(c) Ranchi, Jharkhand

(d) Hyderabad, Telangana

(e) Sonapur, Assam

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has capped the cumulative exposure of banks and Non Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) (regulated entities, REs) in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) at 20%, with the contribution of a single RE capped at 10% of the scheme’s corpus.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has capped the cumulative exposure of banks and Non Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) (regulated entities, REs) in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) at 20%, with the contribution of a single RE capped at 10% of the scheme’s corpus.

Equity instruments as part of downstream investments made by REs in AIFs have been excluded from the purview of the earlier restrictions.

An alternative investment fund (AIF) is a type of collective investment where funds are raised from a number of investors with a view to investing them in accordance with a defined investment policy.

Earlier, RBI proposed an overall cap of 15% investment by REs in any AIF scheme with a 10% cap for a single RE, but the new norms raise this to 20% total exposure.

The directions come into effect from January 1, 2026, or earlier as per the internal policy of the RE.

2) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India recorded over 65,000 crore digital payment transactions worth ₹12,000 trillion during the last six fiscal years (FY19 to FY25), indicating a major surge in digital payment adoption across the country, including small towns and rural areas.

Detailed Explanation:

India recorded over 65,000 crore digital payment transactions worth ₹12,000 trillion during the last six fiscal years (FY19 to FY25), indicating a major surge in digital payment adoption across the country, including small towns and rural areas.

The government collaborates closely with key stakeholders including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), fintechs, banks, and state governments to promote digital payments nationwide.

In 2021, RBI established the Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) to boost deployment of digital payment acceptance infrastructure in tier-3 to tier-6 cities, North-Eastern States, and Jammu & Kashmir.

As of May 31, 2025, around 4.77 crore digital touch-points were deployed through the PIDF.

RBI’s Digital Payments Index (RBI-DPI) measures the level of digitization of payments across India, with March 2018 as the base period (Index = 100).

The latest RBI-DPI stood at 465.33 for September 2024, indicating continued growth in digital payment adoption, infrastructure, and performance.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

According to the Crisil report, India’s 18 largest states account for over 90% of the country's GSDP and are expected to see 7-9% revenue growth in FY26, up from 6.6% in FY25.

This growth is slower than the decadal average of ~10% but will increase the cumulative revenue to approx. ₹40 trillion in FY26 (from ₹37.26 trillion in FY25).

Detailed Explanation:

According to the Crisil report, India’s 18 largest states account for over 90% of the country's GSDP and are expected to see 7-9% revenue growth in FY26, up from 6.6% in FY25.

This growth is slower than the decadal average of ~10% but will increase the cumulative revenue to approx. ₹40 trillion in FY26 (from ₹37.26 trillion in FY25).

Growth mainly driven by:

Steady Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections.

Continued central government support through tax devolutions and grants.

States’ own tax revenues make up about 52% of total income, expected to grow by ~8% to ₹21.08 trillion.

GST collections (largest share of tax revenue) projected to grow 9-10% to ₹9.18 trillion (slightly lower than 10.2% growth in FY25).

Factors supporting GST growth:Better tax compliance& Shift of economic activity from unorganised to organised sectors.

Risks to GST growth:Subdued domestic consumption, Inflation concerns.

Revenue from liquor sales expected to grow 9-10% to ₹4.17 lakh crore, driven by rising consumption and higher excise duties.

Revenue from petroleum taxes projected to increase by just 2% to ₹2.87 trillion.

Non-tax revenues of states are expected to grow slowly at ~4%.

4) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s GDP growth projection to 6.4% for both FY26 and FY27, citing a more accommodative external environment and softening global trade frictions.

This is an upward revision from the IMF’s April outlook, where it had cut India’s forecast by 30 bps for FY26 and 20 bps for FY27 due to geopolitical uncertainty and trade tensions.

Detailed Explanation:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s GDP growth projection to 6.4% for both FY26 and FY27, citing a more accommodative external environment and softening global trade frictions.

This is an upward revision from the IMF’s April outlook, where it had cut India’s forecast by 30 bps for FY26 and 20 bps for FY27 due to geopolitical uncertainty and trade tensions.

The World Economic Outlook update reflects improved global financial conditions, a weakening US dollar, and a slight easing in tariff-related pressures.

India’s GDP grew by 6.5% in FY25, the lowest in four years. The RBI has retained its growth estimate at 6.5% for FY26, while the Finance Ministry projects growth between 6.3% and 6.8%.

The RBI’s FY27 growth forecast is 6.7%, slightly higher than the IMF’s 6.4% projection.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The thermal power sector is expected to attract an investment of ₹77,000 crore from private sector players over the next three fiscal years (FY26–FY28).

Overall investments in thermal power, including public sector companies, are projected to double to ₹2.3 lakh crore in the next three years, according to Crisil Ratings.

Detailed Explanation:

The thermal power sector is expected to attract an investment of ₹77,000 crore from private sector players over the next three fiscal years (FY26–FY28).

Overall investments in thermal power, including public sector companies, are projected to double to ₹2.3 lakh crore in the next three years, according to Crisil Ratings.

Private companies’ share in thermal power investments will rise from 7–8% to nearly one-third.

For the first time in 10 years, four state power distribution companies (Discoms) have signed 25-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) with private thermal power producers.

Power demand is estimated to surge to over 366 GW by 2031–32.

While solar and wind will meet 70% of demand, their intermittency poses challenges for round-the-clock electricity supply.

The government has announced work on 60 GW out of the planned 80 GW new thermal capacity for 2032.

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s live concert industry is evolving from a niche segment to a significant economic force.

The concert economy is projected to generate up to 12 million jobs by 2032, driven by growth in tier II and III cities and participation of global entertainment brands.

Major global acts like Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Guns N’ Roses, and others have performed in India, boosting the sector.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s live concert industry is evolving from a niche segment to a significant economic force.

The concert economy is projected to generate up to 12 million jobs by 2032, driven by growth in tier II and III cities and participation of global entertainment brands.

Major global acts like Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Guns N’ Roses, and others have performed in India, boosting the sector.

Besides major metros (Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru), emerging cities such as Guwahati, Jaipur, Kochi, and Chandigarh are increasingly hosting large-scale concerts.

Each major concert creates approximately 15,000 to 20,000 temporary jobs across sectors like logistics, security, hospitality, artist liaison, digital media, and event technology.

About 10–15% of temporary roles convert into full-time jobs, especially in technical areas such as production, lighting, and audio engineering.

Concerts boost hotel occupancy, flight bookings, and food & beverage sales in host cities.

7) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan issued Letters of Intent (LoIs) to four international universities—Western Sydney University (Australia), Victoria University (Australia), La Trobe University (Australia), and University of Bristol (UK)—to establish their campuses in India.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan issued Letters of Intent (LoIs) to four international universities—Western Sydney University (Australia), Victoria University (Australia), La Trobe University (Australia), and University of Bristol (UK)—to establish their campuses in India.

The announcement was made at the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS) in New Delhi marking five years of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Expansion of International Campuses in India:

India aims to host up to 15 international university campuses.

Existing campuses include Deakin University and University of Wollongong in Gujarat’s GIFT City, and University of Southampton in Delhi NCR’s Gurugram.

8) Answer: A

NEP 2020 Implementation Progress:

States are adopting mother tongue-based foundational education.

Introduction of new-age textbooks by NCERT marks a significant education reform.

Education projects worth over₹4,000 crore were announced.

Upgrades planned for CBSE, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, and Kendriya Vidyalayas.

Digital Initiatives Launched:

TARA app portal to assess and improve reading fluency in Classes 3 to 8.

My Career Advisor app offering over 1,000 career pathways with details on job roles, educational requirements, and future prospects.

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

In the 124th episode of the monthly radio show Mann Ki Baat aired, the PM stated that under the Gyan Bharatam Mission, a National Digital Repository will be created after the digitisation of the ancient manuscripts, where students and teachers around the world would be able to connect with the country's knowledge and tradition.

This nationwide civilisational project aims to preserve and digitise over one crore ancient manuscripts, creating a National Digital Repository to make India’s cultural and spiritual heritage accessible to scholars globally.

Detailed Explanation:

In the 124th episode of the monthly radio show Mann Ki Baat aired, the PM stated that under the Gyan Bharatam Mission, a National Digital Repository will be created after the digitisation of the ancient manuscripts, where students and teachers around the world would be able to connect with the country's knowledge and tradition.

This nationwide civilisational project aims to preserve and digitise over one crore ancient manuscripts, creating a National Digital Repository to make India’s cultural and spiritual heritage accessible to scholars globally.

Digitisation of fragile manuscripts ensures their long-term preservation.

Establish a National Digital Repository for global access by students, researchers, and historians.

Safeguard India’s civilisational knowledge, described by the PM as the “Chapters of India’s soul.”

Initial allocation of ₹3.5 crore in Union Budget 2025 revised to ₹60 crore, demonstrating strong governmental support.

10) Answer: E

Shailesh Jejurikar, an India-native, has been appointed as the next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Procter & Gamble (P&G), effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Jon Moeller.

He joined P&G in 1989 as an assistant brand manager and has served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) for over six years.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has started construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV).

The Girder Laying and Commencement of Erection ceremony was held at Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa, on July 30, 2025.

The hovercraft design is based on Griffon Hoverwork but built with Indian expertise for coastal security operations.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has started construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV).

The Girder Laying and Commencement of Erection ceremony was held at Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa, on July 30, 2025.

The hovercraft design is based on Griffon Hoverwork but built with Indian expertise for coastal security operations.

The ACVs will provide enhanced speed, tactical flexibility, and shallow-water operability.

These vehicles will enable swift response for patrolling, interdiction, and search and rescue missions along India's maritime frontier.

The ceremony was attended by Inspector General Sudhir Sahni, Deputy Director General (Materiel & Maintenance) of ICG.

The project follows a contract signed with the Ministry of Defence on October 24, 2024, for the manufacture of six ACVs.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched ICGS ATAL (Yard 1275), a Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on 29 July 2025 at Vasco-da-Gama, Goa.

ICGS ATAL is the sixth in a series of eight indigenously designed FPVs being built by GSL, a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU) under the Ministry of Defence.

Detailed Explanation:

Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched ICGS ATAL (Yard 1275), a Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on 29 July 2025 at Vasco-da-Gama, Goa.

ICGS ATAL is the sixth in a series of eight indigenously designed FPVs being built by GSL, a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU) under the Ministry of Defence.

The FPVs are 52 metres long, with an 8-metre beam and a displacement of 320 tonnes.

These vessels are high-speed patrol boats designed for coastal patrols, island security, and offshore asset protection, thereby enhancing India’s maritime domain awareness and national security.

The FPVs will also conduct anti-smuggling, anti-piracy, and search & rescue operations.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India is set to launch the Nisar (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission, a joint collaboration between National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh on July 30, 2025.

The satellite weighs 2,392 kg and will be launched aboard the GSLV-Mk II (GSLV-F16) rocket into a 734 km sun-synchronous orbit (SSO).

Detailed Explanation:

India is set to launch the Nisar (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission, a joint collaboration between National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh on July 30, 2025.

The mission is India's most expensive Earth observation satellite project with a total investment of $1.5 billion, out of which ₹469.4 crore is India's share.

The satellite weighs 2,392 kg and will be launched aboard the GSLV-Mk II (GSLV-F16) rocket into a 734 km sun-synchronous orbit (SSO).

Nisar will provide very high-resolution data on changes as small as one centimetre on Earth’s surface.

The satellite will scan nearly all of Earth's land and ice surfaces twice every 12 days, providing critical data on:

Expansion/contraction of ice sheets, sea ice, glaciers

Crust deformation due to natural hazards

Natural and human-induced changes to terrestrial ecosystems

Detection of volcanic changes, landslides, and climate change

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Union Pacific Corp. agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern Corp. in a $72 billion cash-and-stock transaction, creating the only US transcontinental railroad.

This merger is set to become the largest deal ever in the US rail industry.

The deal combines Union Pacific’s western US network with Norfolk Southern’s East Coast routes, reshaping the US rail market dominated by about six major companies.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Pacific Corp. agreed to acquire Norfolk Southern Corp. in a $72 billion cash-and-stock transaction, creating the only US transcontinental railroad.

This merger is set to become the largest deal ever in the US rail industry.

The deal combines Union Pacific’s western US network with Norfolk Southern’s East Coast routes, reshaping the US rail market dominated by about six major companies.

The consolidation may prompt further rail industry mergers, increasing competitive pressure on rivals like CSX Corp. and BNSF (owned by Berkshire Hathaway Inc.).

The deal was announced after advanced talks on July 24, 2025, following speculation of increased government support for such consolidations.

The transaction offers Norfolk Southern shareholders one Union Pacific share plus $88.82 in cash per share, with Union Pacific issuing about 225 million shares, representing 27% ownership in the combined company.

15) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has entered into a Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and BP Exploration (Alpha) Ltd for the offshore Block GS-OSHP-2022/2.

Detailed Explanation:

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has entered into a Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and BP Exploration (Alpha) Ltd for the offshore Block GS-OSHP-2022/2.

This agreement was finalized, at ONGC’s office, marking the official launch of a tripartite collaboration for offshore hydrocarbon exploration.

Location: The awarded block is situated off the western coast of India in the Saurashtra Basin.

Area: The block spans an extensive 5,454 square kilometres.

Basin Classification: It falls under Category-II basins, which are considered moderately explored zones.

The block was allocated to the consortium as part of India’s Hydrocarbon Exploration and Licensing Policy (HELP) framework.

16) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

In a renewed push for international collaboration, Singapore has expressed its willingness to partner with Andhra Pradesh on multiple development initiatives, including the Greenfield capital city project of Amaravati.

Detailed Explanation:

In a renewed push for international collaboration, Singapore has expressed its willingness to partner with Andhra Pradesh on multiple development initiatives, including the Greenfield capital city project of Amaravati.

Tan See Leng, Singapore’s Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry, announced support after meeting Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in Singapore.

Singapore is ready to:

Resume cooperation on Amaravati’s development.

Support projects in agriculture, food processing, renewable energy, and digital innovation.

17) Answer: E

In a significant move to boost the creative economy in Andhra Pradesh, the state government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tesseract, US Inc., and YouTube Academy India to establish a Creator Academy in the state.

The agreement was signed on January 29, 2025, during a special event held in Singapore.

The MoU was formalised in the presence of Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics, Nara Lokesh.

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

In a significant move to strengthen the capacity-building framework for civil servants in Chhattisgarh, the Government of Chhattisgarh, Capacity Building Commission (CBC), and Karmayogi Bharat signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Raipur.

Demonstration of iGOT-Karmayogi Platform:

Shri Rakesh Verma, COO of Karmayogi Bharat, demonstrated the iGOT-Karmayogi platform.

Detailed Explanation:

In a significant move to strengthen the capacity-building framework for civil servants in Chhattisgarh, the Government of Chhattisgarh, Capacity Building Commission (CBC), and Karmayogi Bharat signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Raipur.

Significance of the MoU:

Marks the beginning of an institutional partnership to implement Mission Karmayogi’s vision.

Focuses on creating a competency-based, technology-driven, and continuous learning ecosystem for government personnel.

Aims to provide ongoing training to nearly 4 lakh government officers and employees in the state.

So far, about 50,000 officers and employees have completed online training.

Demonstration of iGOT-Karmayogi Platform:

Shri Rakesh Verma, COO of Karmayogi Bharat, demonstrated the iGOT-Karmayogi platform.

19) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry signed an MoU with Ather Energy Limited, a leading Indian electric vehicle manufacturer.

The collaboration is a part of the Build in Bharat initiative, led by the Startup Policy Forum (SPF), which includes 50+ innovation-driven startups.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry signed an MoU with Ather Energy Limited, a leading Indian electric vehicle manufacturer.

The collaboration is a part of the Build in Bharat initiative, led by the Startup Policy Forum (SPF), which includes 50+ innovation-driven startups.

Objectives of the MoU:

Accelerate clean mobility and advanced manufacturing sectors in India.

Strategic mentorship for deep-tech startups.

Infrastructure support for startups in the EV value chain.

Launch of joint innovation programs like the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge.

Talent and skill development initiatives.

Participation in flagship events such as Startup Mahakumbh and exposure visits.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Odisha marked a major breakthrough in its textile and apparel sector by signing 33 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth $902 million (₹7,808 crore) during the Odisha-TEX 2025 Summit held in Bhubaneswar.

Detailed Explanation:

Odisha marked a major breakthrough in its textile and apparel sector by signing 33 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth $902 million (₹7,808 crore) during the Odisha-TEX 2025 Summit held in Bhubaneswar.

This initiative is a key component of the Odisha Apparel & Technical Textile Policy 2022, which aims to position the state as the textile hub of eastern India.

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the state signed MoUs with over 160 textile companies.

Prominent participants included:

Page Industries

KPR Mills

Sportking

Adarsh Knitwear

Bon & Co.

B.L. International

The state has set a target to generate over 1 lakh jobs by 2030 in the textile and apparel sector.

The move will provide employment opportunities for both skilled and semi-skilled workers.

Textile hubs will be developed in six key districts:

21) Answer: D

Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) has retained its position as the highest-ranked Indian company in the Fortune Global 500 list for 2025, securing the 88th position globally.

Although the company dropped slightly from its 86th position in 2024, it has shown significant progress since 2021, when it stood at 155, marking a 67-rank jump in four years.

This is the 22nd consecutive year that RIL has been featured on the Fortune Global 500 list, making it the longest-standing private Indian firm on the list.

22) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Kaziranga Tiger Reserve in Assam, widely known for its one-horned rhinoceros, has now gained global recognition for having the third-highest tiger density worldwide.

Detailed Explanation:

Kaziranga Tiger Reserve in Assam, widely known for its one-horned rhinoceros, has now gained global recognition for having the third-highest tiger density worldwide.

This significant achievement was revealed in a new tiger status report released on Global Tiger Day, by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Tiger Population Growth:

In 2024, Kaziranga recorded 148 tigers across its 1,307.49 sq. km area.

Historical counts:

1997: 80 tigers

2019: 121 tigers

2022: 104 tigers

2024: 148 tigers

The Biswanath Wildlife Division survey recorded 27 tigers for the first time.

The Eastern Assam Wildlife Division saw an increase from 104 (2022) to 115 tigers (2024).

The Nagaon Wildlife Division maintained a stable population of six tigers.

23) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Lord Meghnad Desai, eminent Indian-born economist and author, passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born in Vadodara, 1940, Desai completed his Bachelor’s and Master’s in Economics from the University of Mumbai.

Desai had a long teaching career at the London School of Economics.

Detailed Explanation:

Lord Meghnad Desai, eminent Indian-born economist and author, passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 85.

Born in Vadodara, 1940, Desai completed his Bachelor’s and Master’s in Economics from the University of Mumbai.

Member of the UK House of Lords, he was a recipient of the Padma Bhushan (2008), India’s third-highest civilian honour.

Desai had a long teaching career at the London School of Economics.

Authored/edited 20+ books and 200+ academic articles.

His 2014 book ‘Who Wrote The Bhagavadgita?’ critiqued certain themes in the Bhagavad Gita as reinforcing social inequality.

24) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Every year World Ranger Day is celebrated on the 31st of July to commemorate Rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty.

Detailed Explanation:

Every year World Ranger Day is celebrated on the 31st of July to commemorate Rangers who have been injured or killed in the line of duty.

This World Ranger Day 2025 also celebrates all of the work that Rangers do around the world to protect the cultural heritage and natural treasures of the planet.

The first World Ranger Day took place in 2007; the date represented the 15th anniversary of when the IRF was founded.

IRF stands for the International Ranger Federation. This organization was founded in 1992.

25) Answer: E

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated India’s first Aqua Tech Park in Sonapur, near Guwahati, Assam. The park will help fish farmers learn about new technologies like aquaponics, biofloc, and ornamental fish breeding.